Chloe LaCount

The Swim & Dive TYR '85 Invite is held in the Liberty University Natatorium on November 22, 2024. (Photo by KJ Jugar)

Liberty University’s women’s Swim and Dive hosts Tulane for Cancer Awareness Meet in the Natatorium on October 19, 2024 (Photo taken by Simon Barbre)

Liberty Swimming & Diving Media Day on September 27th, 2023. (Photo by Cassidy Paxton)

Class:
Freshman
Height:
5-6
Hometown:
East Bernard, Texas
Position:
Diving
Prev School:
Home School

2024-25 (So.)

Posted another standout season as a sophomore
Named ASUN Diver of the Week on Nov. 27
Enters junior season ranked fourth in program history on three-meter diving (309.65), sixth on one-meter diving (276.45) and seventh on platform (181.50)
Finished fourth on three-meter (267.20) and sixth on one-meter (233.95) at ASUN Championships
Won the one-meter title at TYR ’85 Invite, qualifying for NCAA Zone Championships with a score of 276.45
Qualified for Zones on three-meter, scoring 283.25 while finishing second at TYR ’85 Invite
Competed at NCAA Zone Championships, tying for 44^th on three-meter while finishing 73^rd on one-meter

2023-24 (Fr.)

Had standout freshman season on diving boards
Qualified for NCAA Zone Championships with 309.65 score on three-meter at TYR ’85 Invite
Scored 293.10 on three-meter during dual meet with Campbell, earning first place
Unable to compete at ASUN Championships or NCAA Zone Championships despite qualifying

Prep

Home schooled
Represented AAU National Team in Sweden

Personal

Daughter of Anthony and Mistie LaCount
Father, Anthony LaCount, played soccer at SMU and UCF
Intends to major in criminal justice before pursuing an MBA, with the goal of becoming a U.S. Marshall
Birthday is May 12

Top Efforts in a Liberty Uniform
One-Meter Diving (6) – 276.45
Three-Meter Diving (6) - 309.65
Platform Diving (5) – 181.50

Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
I felt the Lord called me to Liberty University. The Christ-centered atmosphere is what drew me in most.

Is there anything special you do premeet or postmeet and why?
I pray before and after every meet.

Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
Jesus inspires me. He inspires me because of his unconditional love and grace. His willingness to sacrifice himself for others reminds me to live with purpose, kindness and faith.

What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
My most memorable athletic moment was traveling to Sweden to represent the AAU national team.

Do you have any relatives who are playing or have played college or professional sports?
Yes, my dad played soccer collegiately at SMU as well as UCF.

What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
The first app I check is Alamy because it’s my alarm clock.

What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
I enjoy basically anything and everything outdoors such as fishing, hunting, ATVs, etc. I also enjoy spending time with those that I love.

Do you have any current pets?
I live on a small farm, so I have many pets, such as goats, cattle, chickens, peacocks, ducks and many more. But I do have my dog named Levi, who is a Pomeranian.

Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Growing up as a gymnast, my favorite athlete was probably Simone Biles, but as I transitioned into diving, my favorite athlete was Laura Wilkinson, who I trained with and still look up to.

What is your Go-To karaoke song?
More Than My Hometown – Morgan Wallen

What is your dream vacation spot and why?
I don’t have a dream vacation spot. I would love to travel all over.